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Vanilla-Scented Granola

Adapted from Bon Appetit, March 2002
Makes about 8 cups

Granola is so expensive in the store, but it’s really easy to make at home for a fraction of the price. Add in your favorite nuts and dried fruits!

  • 4 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (packed) golden brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 4 teaspoons vanilla extract

Position rack in middle of oven and preheat to 300°F. Mix oats, almonds, salt, and cinnamon in large bowl. Combine oil, honey, and sugar in small saucepan; bring to simmer over medium heat. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Pour hot liquid over oat mixture; stir well and until thoroughly mixed.

Spread granola on prepared baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, stirring halfway, about 30 minutes. Transfer sheet to rack; cool granola completely. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)